Derry Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Derry Foundation is a private foundation in Machesney Park, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $53,647 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $2,948 and the largest $11,818. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$53,647
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$2,948
- Largest grant$11,818
- Assets$1.1 million
Giving in 2025 was down from $59,500 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $100,206 | 10 | $548,669 |
| 2024 | $59,500 | 7 | $882,713 |
| 2025 | $53,647 | 12 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Derry Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Derry Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 12 | $53,647 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Tuition grant | $11,818 |
| Individual | Tuition grant | $11,422 |
| Individual | Tuition grant | $7,214 |
| Individual | Tuition grant | $6,427 |
| Rosalia Taw Formerly Taw Meh | Tuition grant | $4,308 |
| Individual | Tuition grant | $3,115 |
| Individual | Tuition grant | $2,781 |
| Individual | Tuition grant | $2,781 |
| Individual | Tuition grant | $2,010 |
| Individual | Tuition grant | $1,009 |
| Individual | Tuition grant | $687 |
| Individual | Tuition grant | $75 |
Officers and trustees
- Diane Quinn
- Molly Sypien
- Mary Liza Derry
- William Derry
- James William Derry
- Adam William Derry
- Mark Derry
- Hillary Linden
Questions people ask
Does Derry Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Derry Foundation give?
$53,647 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $2,948.
Who runs Derry Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Diane Quinn (President), Molly Sypien (Secretary), Mary Liza Derry (Treasurer) and William Derry (Director) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Derry Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.